The Paladin Saga — a series by Antidarius

A thousand years ago, the Seven Kingdoms were shattered by the awakening of an ancient Demon. The noble Paladins of the Order of Aros - dedicated to unity, love and passion - fought and defeated her dark armies, but at a terrible price. The Paladins were corrupted, and they destroyed their beloved Order from the inside, plunging the world back into division. A thousand years later, Aran Sunblade, a young villager, embarks on a journey to discover his true destiny...